Principal Scientist

Focus Laboratories•Cherry Hill Township, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join TPM Laboratories in Cherry Hill, NJ, as a Full-Time Principal Scientist and take your career to new heights. This onsite position allows you to work directly with cutting-edge research and innovative projects that prioritize customer-centric solutions. Collaborate with a team of professionals who share your passion for scientific advancement and integrity in their work. This role offers not only financial rewards but also the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the research industry. As a team member you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. If you are ready to challenge yourself and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries, we encourage you to apply. TPM Laboratories: Who We Are TPM Laboratories, Inc. is an independent contract testing laboratory providing personalized analytical services to the pharmaceutical and chemical industries. TPM Labs specializes in Analytical Research and Development Testing Services, Quality Control Testing and Stability Storage & Testing Services. Our goal is to provide high quality, cost effective and timely service, personalized to meet your needs. Make a difference as a Principal Scientist The Principal Scientist at TPM Laboratories is a senior, hands-on technical leader dedicated to enhancing analytical testing excellence within GMP-regulated laboratory operations. This dynamic role involves direct engagement at the bench while providing strategic scientific leadership and independent client interactions. You will leverage your expertise in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques such as HPLC, GC, and ICP-MS to lead analytical testing for various materials. As a technical interface for external clients and audits, you will troubleshoot complex analytical issues and ensure data integrity while fostering collaboration across departments. Mentorship is key, as you will guide and support scientists and chemists, instilling best practices in compliance and documentation. Your leadership will drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to project timelines, while making a significant impact in the research industry. What you need to be successful To thrive as a Principal Scientist at TPM Laboratories, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, with an advanced degree being a plus. A robust background of 10-15+ years in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or GMP analytical laboratory settings is essential, emphasizing hands-on expertise in raw material and GMP analytical testing. Success in this role requires proven proficiency with analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, GC, ICP-MS, ICP-OES, FT-IR, and UV-Vis. A solid understanding of GMP, GLP, FDA, and pharmacopeial requirements is critical, alongside demonstrated experience in investigations, CAPAs, change control, and audit support. Familiarity with software and systems such as Empower, SAP, TrackWise, or QAMS is necessary. Additionally, the ability to work independently, make informed technical decisions, and take ownership of outcomes is vital for contributing to the lab's success and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline (advanced degree a plus).
10-15+ years of industry experience in pharmaceutical biotech or GMP analytical laboratories.
Strong hands-on expertise in raw material testing and GMP analytical testing environments.
Proven experience with analytical instrumentation including HPLC
GC
ICP-MS
ICP-OES
FT-IR
UV-Vis.
Solid understanding of GMP
GLP
FDA and pharmacopeial requirements (USP/NF).
Demonstrated experience with investigations
CAPAs change control and audit support.
Experience working with systems such as Empower
SAP
TrackWise
QAMS or equivalent.
Ability to work independently make sound technical decisions and own outcomes.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree a plus

Responsibilities

Enhancing analytical testing excellence within GMP-regulated laboratory operations.
Direct engagement at the bench while providing strategic scientific leadership and independent client interactions.
Leverage expertise in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques such as HPLC, GC, and ICP-MS to lead analytical testing for various materials.
Act as a technical interface for external clients and audits.
Troubleshoot complex analytical issues and ensure data integrity while fostering collaboration across departments.
Guide and support scientists and chemists, instilling best practices in compliance and documentation.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to project timelines.